Electrical Hazards in Healthcare
Many healthcare workers are regularly exposed to electrical hazards, which can result in electric shock, electrocution, or other injuries.
This course provides an overview of OSHA standards related to electrical safety and presents practical solutions to help protect healthcare workers from electrical hazards.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants should be able to:
| ID | Objective |
|---|---|
| TO 1.0 | Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment. |
| LO 1.1.1 | Identify the recognized hazards associated with electrical equipment. |
| LO 1.1.2 | Explain the hazards caused by defective insulation. |
| LO 1.1.3 | List personal protective equipment (PPE) used to protect against electrical hazards. |
| LO 1.1.4 | Describe safe work practices that help control electrical hazards. |
| LO 1.1.5 | Discuss the importance of using ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) in the workplace. |
Key: TO = Terminal Objective | LO = Learning Objective